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The Modesto Police Department Explorer Post #219

A Great Opportunity for Young Adults

The Modesto Police Department Explorer
Post # 219 is a volunteer organization through which
young people, ages 16 to 21 years of age, are trained in
different aspects of law enforcement. The goals of the
Explorer Post are to train young adults for a future in
law enforcement through various activities within the
community. Explorers have participated in many events,
such as X-Fest, National Night Out, and the 4th of July
Parade.

In addition to community
service, Explorers train regularly in many areas of law
enforcement. Training such as traffic stops, search and
seizure, effective communication, and the law
enforcement code of ethics, prepare Explorers for a
career in law enforcement.

Explorers also have the
opportunity to participate in regular ride alongs with
police officers. Explorers learn through using the
radio, the mobile data computer, directing traffic, and
helping the officer complete reports. It is through ride
alongs that Explorers learn the most about the law
enforcement profession.

In 2012, the Modesto
Police Department Explorer Post volunteered about 1,200
hours serving the community and participating in ride
alongs.

How do I become an Explorer?

Be interested in a future career
in law enforcement

Be 16 to 21 years of age

Have a 2.00 or higher GPA in high
school or in college

Attend mandatory biweekly meetings

Have no serious arrests or
convictions

Be able to volunteer a minimum of
22 hours a month

Pass an oral board

Pass a background investigation

Have outstanding ethical and moral
standards

Demonstrate a willingness to serve
and participate in Explorer activities